Join us for the exciting Halloween Bike Ride on October 30th at 6:30 PM starting in Peck Park! Enjoy spooky decorations and music while exploring the neighborhood. Also, help raise awareness for street safety by supporting our members’ video calling for action. Together, we can make our community safer for everyone!… Read More Halloween Music Bike Ride on Friday and Watch Our New Video
Dashcam footage appears to have captured two students struck by a speeding driver outside Bayside High School. Despite Community Board 11 unanimously backing protected bike lanes on this street, local politicians seamed to have blocked DOT’s safety plan near the school. We demand answers from politicians who prioritize “neighborhood character” over children’s lives.… Read More Who’s Keeping Bayside High School Dangerous?
After a bit of rain last weekend, it’s looking like clear weather this this Friday’s music ride. We’re probably not going to be a loud this month, with a smaller speaker and more space to chat. Come out and hand out with us at the usual space, at the usual time. How to join the… Read More Music Ride This Friday
New York City’s parks can shine brighter with the support of more Parks Enforcement Patrol officers. These dedicated individuals foster safety and community, easing tensions while preserving public spaces. Investing in PEP creates jobs and enhances the park experience for everyone, promoting harmony.… Read More How to give NYC More PEP
Experience the joy of community and cycling at the inaugural Ride Queens on September 20! Hosted by Borough President Donovan Richards, this unifying event invites residents to explore Queens on two wheels, celebrating diverse neighborhoods and fostering connections. Bring family and friends for a memorable day of biking and fun!… Read More Pedaling Into History: Queens Gets a Massive Free Bike Ride This September!
We’ve been watching the weather reports, and it finally looks like Friday will be good riding and not too wet. With only a low chance of precipitation (0.01 inches according to NOAA) we’re going to take the (very small) risk of rain and plan for the ride. As the last Music Bike Ride this year… Read More Finish the Summer With a Banging Music Ride
Join us for a summer bike ride around Eastern Queens this Friday, July 31st, at 6:30 PM, starting at Peck Park. After a rainy week, enjoy a fun ride with friends while sharing your favorite music. Let’s make the neighborhood lively together!… Read More Mid-Summer Music Ride This Friday
A campsite policy restricts six cyclists to only two tents, prompting frustration for 718 Outdoors, which advocates for sustainable bike camping. Despite cyclists causing less environmental impact than traditional vehicles, outdated regulations hinder low-impact travel. The organization calls for updated policies to better align with modern recreational practices, encouraging public support for necessary changes.… Read More A Tale of Two Tents – How 718 Cyclery Needs Your Help for The Future of Bike Camping
Want a pump track in Peck Park, more music space in Ella Fitzgerald Playground, and kid-safe access to forgotten soccer fields? Spend a few minutes telling the Department of Parks design team what you want to see in the local parks they’re upgrading. … Read More No Music Bike Ride This Month, But Easy Activism At Home
Join the Queens cycling community for a music bike ride this Friday, at 6:30 PM, starting from Peck Park. Enjoy the great weather as you meet fellow cyclists and engaging in real-life activities. Also, participate in upcoming meetings about the Queens Waterfront Greenway project for a chance to offer suggestions and support future greenways.… Read More Music Bike Ride This Friday!
Community activism has led to progress on building our greenways; you can make a real difference in how they’re designed! Submit online comments to enhance safety and design features and come to the upcoming open houses to see the Queens Waterfront Greenway’s route!… Read More How You Can Decide on the Next Queens Greenway Route
The Destination:Greenways! initiative has gained traction after nearly two decades of advocacy and over $43 million in funding. A Zoom meeting is scheduled for May 13th to discuss the new greenway plan for Peck Park. We hope you’ll be asking for greater safety measures to ensure a successful implementation.… Read More Tell the Parks Department Your Thoughts on the Peck Park Greenway Design – This Wednesday!
Council Member Linda Lee is hosting a free bike helmet giveaway on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Holy Cow Playground, 197-49 Peck Avenue, Fresh Meadows. Adults must sign a waiver; a parent or guardian is required for children under 18. Helmets are available while supplies last.… Read More Free Bike Helmets – Sunday, May 3rd
Our music bike ride is scheduled for April 21st at Peck Park, encouraging social mingling and music enjoyment. Additionally, a town hall meeting on May 2nd will discuss the proposed casino in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, which poses risks to public land and community wellbeing. Residents can express their concerns and strategies to oppose the project.… Read More Music Bike Ride this Friday and Save Our Parkland on May 2nd
The upcoming Community Board 7 meeting on April 13th at 7 PM will review the design plans for the Kissena Park and Kissena Corridor Park sections of the Eastern Queens Greenway. Community feedback is crucial for prioritizing safety, usability, and connectivity, ensuring these significant park improvements are effectively incorporated into the final design.… Read More Join the Kissena Park Greenway Design Virtual Meeting for Community Board 7 this Monday
On April 4th, Central Queens Micromobility and Queens Public Library will host a bike ride celebrating the library’s 130th anniversary! The event includes scavenger hunts with free Pokémon and sports trading cards related to the libraries. It will start and end at MacDonald Park at … Read More Free Bike Ride through Queens Libraries for Savernger Hunt Pokemón and Baseball/Soccer Style Trading Cards – This Saturday!
Join us for a fun evening of music and cycling with friends at our monthly bike ride this Friday, March 27th, at 6:30 PM. Meet at Peck Park, Underhill and 188th Street. Bring your bike or escooter and enjoy a leisurely ride while we celebrate the joy of cycling together.… Read More End Your Hibernation With Our Monthly Music Ride This Friday
In the primary for State Senate District 11, incumbents and challengers differ in their approaches to community issues. Toby Ann Stavinsky, the incumbent, has a long-standing political career, having been elected first in 1999. Andrew Engel, her challenger, is n upstart attorney who’s worked within city government and activist organizations. We asked both candidates how they felt about the issues and published our endorsement on who will put in the most effort for the community.… Read More State Senate District 11 Endorsement
The Department of Transportation (DoT) is coming to Eastern Queens again to get feedback from you about the proposed Queens Waterfront Greenway. As you’ll remember, this will be a family safe path from Fort Totten all the way to Gantry State Park (where the midtown tunnel is), as much as possible following the bay. As… Read More Tell DoT Where You Want the Queens Waterfront Greenway
For 20 years we’ve been working to complete the Eastern Queens Greenway. As a new year starts, now is the time to look at our progress and the journey ahead.… Read More What’s Happening to the Eastern Queens Greenway?
